Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Program

The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program gives high school students who are active in sports and in their communities, as well as outstanding students, an opportunity to win a $20,000 college scholarship. Students must be planning to attend a four-year college.

Eligibility requirements include a grade point average of 3.0 or above, U.S. citizenship, and active in either high school, intramural or community sports. Winning students may choose any accredited four-year college or university to attend.

Applicants will be required to answer two essay questions on what they have learned from their involvement in sports and how sports has given them leadership skills. In addition, one recommendation from a teacher, coach or other mentor is required.

The scholarship is sponsored by the Foot Locker Foundation, a non-profit organization of Foot Locker, Inc., that provides educational opportunities for students all over the world. Foot Locker, Inc. is a world-wide producer of athletic shoes and clothing with 3,335 stores in 23 countries.

The deadline for this scholarships is usually in DECEMBER of each year, and the award amount is usually $20,000.

For more details about the Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Program, visit www.footlockerscholarathletes.com